About Caritas Dance School

Caritas Dance School, initially called Caritas Ballet, has a distinguished history as a pioneering institution in Indonesia’s ballet scene. Founded in 1976 by Sunny T. Sistyawati-Pranata, the school dedicated itself to classical ballet instruction. Its core teaching philosophy is based on the Russian Vaganova method, a rigorous and expressive ballet technique that emphasizes seamless transitions, precise movements, and musicality.

In 1985, Caritas Ballet made significant strides in professionalizing ballet teaching in Indonesia by becoming a founding member of the Ikatan Pengajar & Pelatih Ballet (IPPB), also known as the Ballet Teachers & Instructors Association. This move underscored its commitment to the advancement of ballet education and teacher collaboration in the region.

Further extending its international credentials, in 2008, Caritas Ballet aligned itself with Australian Teachers of Dancing (ATOD), becoming a member and integrating its globally recognized syllabus. This affiliation has enriched the school’s curriculum, incorporated modern pedagogical approaches and expanded opportunities for students to achieve accredited qualifications recognized both locally and abroad.

Caritas Dance School continues to uphold its legacy through dedicated ballet instruction, fostering technical proficiency and artistic expression in its students while contributing to the development of ballet in Indonesia.

Activity programs:

• Performance once a year.

• Grade Examinations for all levels, local & international (ATOD, Australian Teachers of Dancing) & ISTD (Imperial Society Teacher of Dancing; London).

• Joint performances.

• Join workshops and competitions to increase our student experience as a ballerina and performers.

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